In the twelfth lunar month of winter, in the biting cold wind, outside the Hening Gate, the imperial guards guarding the imperial city stood solemnly in helmets and armor, holding guns. The cold wind was blowing, but the guard let the cold wind blow on his face, his face expressionless and motionless, like a wood and stone sculpture.
The seemingly peaceful Lin'an palace changed its appearance unconsciously after a not-so-intense palace competition in just one morning.
The official Zhao Kuo of the Song Dynasty passed away, Prince Zhao Hong ascended the throne, and the palace of the Song Dynasty quietly changed its owner.
A blank piece of paper is easy to draw on, but there are thousands of threads, so you have to work hard and start one piece at a time. In addition to arresting Shi Miyuan and his party for "falsifying the imperial edict and conspiring to rebel", they also arranged the funeral affairs of the late emperor Zhao Kuo and informed the world.
And rewarding meritorious officials is also an indispensable part of stabilizing people's hearts.
In Qinzheng Hall, in the imperial study room, the new palace commander Feng Shu was kneeling on the ground, accepting the reward from the new emperor Zhao Hong.
"Feng Shu, gentlemen's agreement, this is 20,000 guan to reward you, I will add 10,000 guan as a reward to you. Take it!"
Zhao Hong waved his hand, and Dong Songchen took the box down and handed it to Feng Shu.
"I thank Your Majesty for your grace! Long live my emperor! Long live my emperor!"
Feng Shu smiled happily and quickly thanked him, saying long live the mountain.
With these 30,000 yuan, his salary has more than doubled, and his life has become much more comfortable.
"Get up, Feng Shu. You deserve this."
Zhao Hong waited for Feng Shu to get up, thought for a moment, and then said:
"Feng Shu, you are the commander of the palace now. You are still in the prime of life. You still have to do your job well and don't betray my trust. It's better to quit those things, gambling and cheating nine times out of ten."
From the position of Yuhou, the chief minister in front of the palace, to the commander and envoy in front of the palace, Feng Shu did not have the bad habits of being domineering and arrogant, and he was just able to help the emperor and his ministers.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your teaching!"
Feng Shusu bowed and smiled happily.
"Feng Shu, we will soon arrest some of Shi Miyuan's accomplices in the army in front of the palace. You will wait for orders in the palace and be on standby at any time. Don't go out for the time being."
Zhen Dexiu mentioned this matter and I believe there will be a reply soon.
"I obey the decree!"
Feng Shu respectfully withdrew.
Zhao Hong looked at his back as he left happily and shook his head gently.
I don’t know if this guy can change his old habit of gambling.
Li Tang, Xu Sheng, Hu Datou and other former East Palace guards came in and knelt all over the floor.
"Li Tang, you take over from Xu Yi, the deputy commander of the Front Division of Quan Palace; Hu Datou takes over from Feng Shu's original post of Yu Hou, but he is also on behalf of Quan; Xu Sheng and Zhang Hong go to guard the Infantry Division, and Quan Infantry Division Deputy Commander and Yu Hou. I have appointed each of the other brothers Wang Ying and Wang Yu."
Zhao Hong looked at everyone and said warmly:
"The country is in dire straits and property is scarce. Li Tang and Xu Sheng will each be rewarded with 300 guan, and the others will be rewarded with 200 guan each. Don't be too little, and work hard in the future."
The reason why everyone is a powerful person is because they are still young, but the defense of Lin'an City must be in the hands of their own people.
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I am sincerely afraid!"
Everyone knelt down and kowtowed, their faces red.
It only takes a year to get ahead. What's more, they didn't come here for hundreds of dollars.
"I have said that I will never treat my own people badly. Don't be sincere and don't be afraid of making mistakes. Just remember to be loyal to the king and share the country's worries."
The guards yelled, "Long live the mountain" and got up one after another. Everyone's face was red.
"You all remember, the Palace Front Division and the Infantry Division are about to make big moves. You must appease the troops and make sure nothing happens."
Zhao Hong solemnly warned, and everyone followed the order and retreated.
Zhang San, Wang Gui, Du Er and other people came in, all of them were red-faced and trembling. They knelt down together and saluted Zhao Hong.
"The common people are waiting to see Your Majesty!"
When meeting the Emperor of the Song Dynasty in the Forbidden Palace, not to mention Wang Gui, Du Er and others, even Zhang San himself was very nervous.
There is a world of difference between ordinary people and emperors, even ordinary people and princes. The power of the emperor is evident.
Everyone bowed down and worshiped, trembling with fear. Zhao Hong felt a little emotional for a moment.
In the minds of Zhang San and other ordinary people, he is the supreme emperor. In front of the scholar-bureaucrats, he did not seem so aloof and awe-inspiring.
Just like those gossip officials, they are only in the sixth rank. No matter whether the emperor's words or behavior are out of bounds, they can still point fingers at the emperor without caring about the emperor's face.
How absurd!
I am the country! The Song Dynasty needs a real leader to lead the Song Dynasty out of the quagmire.
"When Zhou Chu was young, he was fierce and chivalrous, which caused trouble for the village. There were also dragons in the water and tigers in the mountains of Yixing, and they all violently attacked the people. The people of Yixing called them "three horizontals", and they were particularly dramatic."
Zhao Hong spoke in a gentle tone, looking expectantly at the group of tough and strong men below, who still had a bit of a gangster attitude.
"Gao Hu, do you know what I'm talking about?"
"Back to Your Majesty, the ancients valued people and died in the evening. Kuang Jun's future is still promising. Moreover, when people fail to establish their ambitions, why worry that their names will not show their evil deeds? Then they will change their motivations and become loyal ministers in the end. This article is from "Shishuo Xinyu" ". I would like to express my gratitude to Your Majesty for your encouragement, and I will keep it in my heart!"
The tall and strong Gao Hu knelt on the ground, submissive and hesitant. Zhang Sanqiang replied calmly and bowed to the ground.
The emperor used Zhou Chu's allusions to advise him and his brothers to correct their evil ways and serve the country. This is a great gift.
This shows that the emperor already wants to appoint them. And this group of them finally has a destination.
"Good! What a great Zhang San!"
Sure enough, Zhao Hong patted the table lightly and said in appreciation:
"Wang Gui, Du Er, Gao Hu, Du San, brothers, I will reward each of you with 200 guan of money. Those who are willing will be incorporated into the Imperial Guards in front of the palace and serve in Yujin Garden. Those who do not want to be bound will do some business. I Pay the capital."
Zhao Hong looked gentle and warned seriously:
"Heroes don't care about their origins. Brothers finally jumped out of the quagmire and turned back, but they can't go any further. If anyone dares to leave, I will show no mercy!"
He will never treat anyone who has helped him badly. But he is a role model for others, and he also hopes that the prodigal son will turn around and everyone will take the right path.
"The common people thank His Majesty for His grace!"
Wang Gui and others kowtowed together, all smiling.
This time, not only was he a huge reward, but he also had a lifelong job.
As for correcting evil and returning to the right path, only a ghost would be willing to take a dark and damp path when there is an upright road to take?
"Gao Hu, Du San, Fang Hai, Zhang San said that you guys are good at it, so you can work with me from now on. Remember, there is no harm in reading more books."
Zhao Hong said slowly, with a gentle expression.
These people did not commit murder and swindle, and they went through life and death for him to ascend the throne. It was his duty as the emperor to reuse them and let them go on the right path.
Only his words carry enough weight.
"Thank you... Your Majesty, God... for your grace!"
Gao Hu and others had red faces and red ears, and kowtowed vigorously, with their foreheads red and purple.
"Zhang San, I will reward you with 500 guan of money. You first serve as a guard in the front office of the palace, and take the rest of your brothers to work in Yujin Garden. I will also give you 200 guan of money for each of your brothers who are running errands, so that they can work hard. Do your work and stop fooling around on the streets."
Zhang San waited for the opportunity and made great achievements. However, he had just come to power, and he was still thinking about how to use Zhang San, including Xu Liang and Zhou Ping, and could not make a hasty decision.
"I, Zhang Zhengsi, thank you for Your Majesty's grace! I am shattered to pieces, and there is nothing I can do to repay you!"
Zhang San prostrated himself seriously and hit his head on the ground, making a "bang bang" sound, but hot tears flowed down.
He, Zhang Zhengsi, finally stood out. His brother was finally proud.
"Okay, everyone, get up. If my head is broken, I will have to work hard to find another strong man!"
Zhao Hong laughed and motioned for everyone to get up.
"I would like to thank Your Majesty for your great kindness!"
Zhang San and others shouted long live, everyone was beaming with joy, and many of them were wiping tears.
Yesterday I was still worrying about my livelihood, but today I suddenly got a job, got a big red envelope from the new emperor, and was called my brother by the new emperor.
Just the fact of meeting the Emperor of Song Dynasty today can be boasted for a lifetime.
Jiang Wanzai came in, knelt on the ground, and kowtowed to Zhao Hong who was behind the desk to thank him. He was frightened and frightened.
"The humble minister Jiang Wanzai comes to see His Majesty!"
After experiencing the palace change that day, he was in awe of Zhao Hong, and even feared him more than he respected him. In particular, the scene of Zhao Hong holding a bloody dagger, showing no anger and self-power, appeared before his eyes from time to time.
"Jiang Wanzai, get up. I will appoint you as the prefect of the palace, in charge of the guards and garrison of the imperial city. Do your best."
Zhao Hong looked at Jiang Wanzai who was kneeling on the ground, his eyes burning.
It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. The young officer's face is still green and his eyes are clear. With his mobility and sensitivity on the day of the palace change, it seems that he can be reused.
"Your Majesty, with Commander Feng and Guard Li and Guard Xu guarding them, it seems that we don't need Wei Chen for the defense of the imperial city. Your Majesty has promoted Wei Chen, and Wei Chen deserves it."
Although he and Zhao Hong were already acquaintances, Jiang Wanzai was still uneasy because of his unpredictable power and the fact that he was now the emperor of the Song Dynasty.
On that day of the palace coup, he did not charge into battle with Zhao Hong. Looking back later, he was really scared. If Zhao Hong was deposed by Shi Miyuan's edict or had an accident that day, he would have committed a serious crime.
The only good thing was that he did not stop Zhao Hong and allowed him to leave. He also dissuaded the imperial generals from outside the country from launching an attack.
"You are not greedy for merit and are self-aware."
Zhao Hong nodded appreciatively and said warmly:
"Guard Li and Guard Xu have other appointments. Feng Shu has many things to do every day and has too many things to do. When the country hires someone, don't refuse."
Jiang Wanzai is bold and loyal in his work. He has just ascended the throne and it is the right time to employ people, so he might as well give it a try.
People's minds are unpredictable. Who knows if people like Yang Guizhi and Zhao Guicheng will resurrect?
"Your Majesty, I am still young, so I will let you work below, get some training, and then share your worries for Your Majesty."
No reward for no merit, it seems, Jiang Wanzai is still stubborn.
"In today's world, there are many people who want to be in office, but there are very few who want to be in office like you. However, I appreciate you, so let you hold the post of deputy general knowledge and share my worries. When the time is right, I will let you Go down and train and worry about the country."
As he spoke, an idea suddenly emerged in Zhao Hong's mind.
In the Song Dynasty, there are many young people like Jiang Wanzai and Zhang San who are ambitious but lack experience. They need training and opportunities, and they can definitely add fuel to the fire.
Military academy!
Giving thousands of passionate young people like Jiang Wanzai and Zhang San the opportunity to kill the enemy and serve the country is what this country should be like.
Zhao Hong's heartbeat accelerated unknowingly.
"When Your Majesty ascends the throne, does he want to reform the law and revive the Song Dynasty?"
Jiang Wanzai mustered up the courage to ask.
"Reform? Reviving the Song Dynasty?"
Zhao Hong was startled for a moment, then nodded lightly, noncommittal.
"Jiang Wanzai, do you know, if all the people in the Song Dynasty are hot-blooded men like you, why would the Song Dynasty be like this?"
"Your Majesty, there are countless passionate men like Jiang Wanzai in the Song Dynasty. The question is whether your Majesty will use them or not."
Feeling Zhao Hong's emotion, Jiang Wanzai said boldly.
"Well said! Get down."
Zhao Hong said warmly and picked up the tea cup.
"I thank Your Majesty for your grace!"
Zhao Hong had just ascended the throne and was confused. Jiang Wanzai did not dare to delay and quickly retreated.
The emperor was kind and generous, so he could only do his best and work hard.
However, the emperor's ambition has long been revealed in his poems. He also believed that the emperor would do something good.
Maybe it will be a big deal.
